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The Renault Clio R.S is a longtime member of the iconic sports hatchback club that has delivered hit after hit. Here's everything you need to know about the last-generation Renault Clio R.S.
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What is the Renault Clio R.S. like to drive?
Is the Renault Clio R.S. a good car?
The Renault Clio R.S. is an iconic, performance, B-Segment hatch that has made waves for a long time and the last generation Clio R.S. showed a great revolution for the moniker. A fast-shifting dual-clutch gearbox and pokey engine are something to be reckoned with.
Who is the Renault Clio R.S. a good car for?
The Renault Clio R.S. is a good car for someone who wants a B-Segment hatchback with firecracker performance that’s easy to drive but still has some practicality and French flair.
Is the Renault Clio R.S. a good first car?
The Renault Clio R.S. wouldn’t be a good first car purely because it’s a performance hatchback. The two engine options push out over 140 kW which is a lot to handle for first-time drivers. Lastly, because it’s a sports car, insurance will be costly.
Is the Renault Clio R.S. a good family car?
The Renault Clio R.S. would suffice as a decent small family or couples car. You get ISOFIX child seat anchors and the boot area has 300 litres of luggage capacity to handle your daily duties. The suspension may be firm for some individuals and the car may be a bit low in some instances.
Is there a Hybrid Renault Clio R.S.?
There is no hybrid version of the Renault Clio R.S.
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What’s it like to drive?
Reviewer’s opinion
“It’s that last addition that got us excited. The exhaust note, complete with crackles, pops and bangs (which naturally brought out the 5-year-old in us) got us so enthused that we just had to go and find a few tunnels to blast through. It’s a petrol-head thing and the concept may appear infantile… ok, it is, but we don’t care!”
– Chad Luckhoff, AutoTrader
What does it look like?
Exterior
Interior
What is the Renault Clio R.S. like inside?
The Renault Clio R.S. keeps things simple and limits distractions with a simple dash and centre console housing your infotainment system which also doubles as a sports diagnostics centre. You’ll find a thick-rimmed steering wheel with paddle shifters posted out to the side. Supportive R.S.-badged bucket seats are present to help hold you on that ‘scenic’ drive home.
Style
The Renault Clio R.S. takes the normal Clio style and dials it up subtly. In front, the lower air dam is wide but short in height, housing the checkered flag-style foglamps. A giveaway that this is a sports version is the R.S. badge neatly displayed just under the Renault diamond logo. On the side, the large wheels stand out. In the rear, some more sports hatchback giveaways would be the rear spoiler and the bumper diffuser nestling the dual exit exhaust with rectangular tips.
Tech features
- EDC Dual Clutch Gearbox
- 7″ infotainment touchscreen
- Cruise control
- Rain sensors for the windshield wipers
- Renault Hands-Free Card keyless entry.
Price and specs
Which is the cheapest Renault Clio R.S.?
The cheapest Clio R.S. is the entry trim LUX – prices at the time of launch in 2017 started at R379 900. The model has since been discontinued and we’re yet to see an R.S. version of the current generation Clio in South Africa
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How much does it cost?
| Renault Clio R.S. 200 EDC LUX | R379 900 (2017) |
| Renault Clio R.S. 200 EDC TROPHY | R419 900 (2017) |
*Pricing correct at time of publishing and subject to change without notice.
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Tayedza MbiriStarting his petrol-infused passion at a ripe young age playing a plethora of racing video games, Taye has been into the motoring industry for years. During his university years studying Law, he dipped his toes into motoring photography, videography, and exploring what Southern Africa has to offer for the motoring scene at large. Most recently, he presented a YouTube series for a famous Japanese manufacturer and now finds himself fresh on the AutoTrader content creation team. He hopes to own a 90s Subaru one day soon. View News & Reviews
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